Common Student Pitfalls

Here is a list of 8 mistakes we often see in students. You may think this is common sense but you’d be surprised. Along with these mistakes, we discuss some repercussions as well as our own tips to avoid them. Just click to expand!

So what?

You’ll pay interest on a Student Line of Credit or credit cards that you may not have needed to use.

Tip!

According to StudentAwards, over $15 million goes unclaimed! One of these scholarships could have your name on it.

There are many funds that are prepared to support students by recognizing your academic progress, your financial need, your extracurricular activities, even your parent’s work places and religious or ethnic affiliations. Check out McMasters Student Financial Aid and Scholarship page. sfas.mcmaster.ca/index.html